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John Maxfield

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I write about banks, trying my best to balance the good and the bad.

Recent Articles by John Maxfield

Nov 1, 2014 by John Maxfield

Deemed Filing: 1 Social Security Concept You Need to Know

Even though it seems esoteric, the "deemed filing" rule might have a big impact on the size of your Social Security benefits.

Oct 31, 2014 by John Maxfield

The New World Order of Banking: Boring and Less Profitable

In the post-crisis world, it's almost certain that banks will be less profitable.

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Oct 27, 2016 by John Maxfield

How Big Can a Social Security Check Be?

There is in fact a limit to how big one's Social Security check can be.

Oct 30, 2014 by John Maxfield

7 Things US Bancorp's Richard Davis Wants You to Know

Want to learn a thing or two about banking? You could do a lot worse than listening to US Bancorp's Richard Davis.

Oct 29, 2014 by John Maxfield

The Greatest Threat to America (Hint: It's Not Ebola)

A growing chorus of research and commentators suggests the biggest threat to the United States is the growing divide between rich and poor.

Oct 29, 2014 by John Maxfield

The Future of Bank Profits (Spoiler Alert: Things Don’t Look Good)

In this episode of Where the Money Is, Motley Fool analysts John Maxfield and Michael Douglass discuss the future of bank profits.

Oct 29, 2014 by John Maxfield

The New Wage Base for 2015 Social Security Taxes and Benefits

The Social Security Administration recently announced that it raised the maximum taxable wage base in 2015 to $118,500.

Oct 27, 2014 by John Maxfield

What Investors Can Learn From the Fact that Amazon.com Doesn’t Make Any Money

While the income statement is probably the best-known financial statement, Amazon.com's latest quarterly results suggest that it may also be one of the least useful.

Oct 27, 2014 by John Maxfield

Why Social Security Won't Pay All Your Bills in Retirement

This chart shows why you shouldn't rely exclusively on Social Security for income in retirement.

Oct 26, 2014 by John Maxfield

12 Words From Warren Buffett That Can Mint You a Fortune

This trenchant advice from Warren Buffett proves that successful investing is simple but not easy.

Oct 26, 2014 by John Maxfield

26,000 Spouses May Be Entitled to Bigger Social Security Benefits -- and They Don't Even Know It

A recent report from the Social Security Administration's Office of the Inspector General found that tens of thousands of spousal beneficiaries may be owed millions of dollars.

Oct 25, 2014 by John Maxfield

Warren Buffett's Secret Weapon for a Market Calamity

Want to know one of Warren Buffett's secrets to successful investing? Always have cash available to exploit opportunities in the market.

Oct 25, 2014 by John Maxfield

Don't Let Social Security Overpayments Come Back to Haunt You

There seems to be little downside to getting larger Social Security benefits than you're entitled to. However, that money will eventually have to be paid back.

Oct 24, 2014 by John Maxfield

How Wal-Mart Could Change the Landscape of American Banking

Walmart recently announced a partnership with Green Dot Bank under which the world's largest retailer will offer checking accounts to its customers.

Oct 24, 2014 by John Maxfield

Paul Krugman Is Wrong About Amazon.com

Just because Amazon.com has the upper hand in a public and contentious fight with Hachette shouldn't be interpreted to mean the e-commerce giant is an illegal monopoly.

Oct 21, 2014 by John Maxfield

This Is Why Bank of America Is Still Struggling

Bank of America's notoriously bloated expense base leaves little revenue to pass to shareholders.

Oct 8, 2014 by John Maxfield

How Big Will Your Social Security Benefit Be?

It's important to know your primary insurance amount before applying for Social Security benefits.

Oct 7, 2014 by John Maxfield

Why the Federal Reserve Isn't Worried About Inflation (or Stock Bubbles)

On this episode of "Where the Money Is," Motley Fool analysts Michael Douglass and John Maxfield discuss why the Federal Reserve is comfortable pushing the unemployment rate below its natural level.

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Sep 30, 2016 by John Maxfield

3 Rules for Picking the Perfect Age to Retire

You may be wondering "when should I retire?" Well, here are three rules that will help you select the perfect age to retire.

Oct 6, 2014 by John Maxfield

Social Security: Do You Know Your Full Retirement Age?

Knowing your exact full retirement age is one of the two most important pillars of the Social Security system.

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